Energy

Antioxidants: summer essentials24/08/2022

We all love making the most of summer! We spend more time outdoors and enjoy sunbathing, which has many benefits. But we must remember that the sun’s rays emit ultraviolet radiation that can damage the skin¹. This is because the radiation generates oxidative damage in cells², so we must take precautions to protect our skin properly.

Discover how rhodiola can help you26/01/2022

Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea L.), or ‘golden root’, is a popular plant in Eastern Europe and Asia that is renowned for alleviating feelings of depression, boosting work performance, and helping the body adapt to emotional and physical stress.

Nootropics: how nature can enhance your cognitive functions21/10/2021

How long does it take you to prepare for an exam, solve a sudoku puzzle or simply remember the name of that distant relative that just isn’t ‘springing to mind’ right now? Each person of course has their own pace of learning, and we have all suffered occasional lapses in memory, but the truth is that scientific advances have demonstrated that we could all improve our cognitive capacities through plants and substances known as nootropics. 

What is spring asthenia? Causes, symptoms and supplements 01/04/2021

When spring arrives, more than half the population may develop the adaptive disorder commonly known as spring asthenia. It manifests itself in symptoms such as tiredness and drowsiness during the day, lack of energy, sleep disorders, irritability or anxiety.

What is plant-based iron used for in the human body?09/12/2020

Discover the benefits and scientific properties of plant-based iron, a mineral that helps our bodies fight anaemia and reduces tiredness.

5 Adaptogenic herbs for stress relief11/11/2020

Adaptogenic herbs such as rhodiola and ashwagandha have been used since ancient times to boost to our physical and mental performance. Their benefits also include helping the body to improve its resistance to stress.

The 10 benefits of magnesium09/09/2020

Low levels of magnesium can cause health problems. The European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) has established 10 health claims for this mineral. Our bodies cannot afford to be deficient in magnesium.

Bilberry, a fruit that keeps eyes healthy06/08/2020

Blueberries are small, deep red to purple berries, depending on the variety. They belong to the Vaccinium spp. genus. They are a species of the Ericaceae family that offer a tasty, nutritional and highly versatile fruit to include in your diet. Due to its renowned health properties, consumption of blueberries has increased in recent times and they have become very popular.

Acerola, the fruit that helps combat tiredness30/06/2020

Acerola is a fruit well known for having a high concentration of vitamin C. Discover how to consume acerola and its beneficial properties. What does acerola contain?

Organic red ginseng: boost your health and energy with this ancient Korean root03/06/2020

Korean ginseng is considered to have medicinal and ergogenic properties. Among the benefits, ginseng contributes to mental and cognitive health and improves memory and helps to counteract fatigue. Discover how red ginseng improve our immune system and enhance our natural defences.